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Patent GB-190612859-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Power-driven Olivers or Helve-hammers and Analogous Hammers
Inventor: MASSEY HAROLD FLETCHER
Filed: 1906-06-02
Granted: 1907-05-02
Abstract: 12,859. Massey, H. F. June 2. Clutches. - Power - driven olivers, helved and similar hammers are operated by a treadle-actuated clutch which automatically and gradually releases its hold as the hammer rises, the amount of rise being dependent on the extent to which the treadle is actuated. The operating lever e carries a band clutch y engaging the rim t of a constantly driven pulley s, the end of the band being eccentrically mounted on a spring-controlled lever x operated by a cord or chain z. The latter passes over the shaft d, a pulley 1, Fig. 2, secured to the frame, a pulley 2 on a treadle-operated lever 3, and is fastened at the eud to the frame. On depressing the treadle 6, the band is tightened, thus lifting the lever e, and as the latter lifts, the cord or chain z tends to unwind and the.band thus becomes automatically slackened. To obtain a succession of blows, a cam 18 is mounted on a shaft d. A treadle-operated link 12, acting through a bell-crank lever, causes a stud 17 on the lever 3 to engage the cam and so the clutch is automatically operated and released as the cam rotates. The extent to which the clutch operates and the operating lever thus lifted depends to the extent to which the link 12 brings the lever 3 into action with the cam. Specification No. 15,472, A.D. 1902, is referred to.
Patent GB-190618379-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in "Setting Blocks" for Steam Boilers and the like Apparatus.
Inventor: HURD MILNER
Filed: 1906-08-16
Granted: 1907-08-15
Abstract: 18,379. Hurd, M. Aug. 16. Settings.-A setting-block for steam boilers and the like has its bearing-surface made in the form of a narrow straight line from each side of which branch projections which conform with the shape of the boiler and increase the bearing- surface. Fig. 1 shows a side view of the block, and Fig. 2 shows a part face view looking in the direction of the arrow. From the narrow straight line a branch projections b, which may form letters of the alphabet or numerals.
Patent GB-190618552-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Means for Governing or Controlling Internal Combustion Engines.
Inventor: WESTMACOTT ALFRED
Filed: 1906-08-18
Granted: 1907-08-17
Abstract: 18,552. Westmacott, A. Aug. 18. Gas and like engines, governing, valve-gear, and stopping. A lift valve controlling the induction pipe of one or more cylinders is opened full at the commencement of the suction stroke of each of the cylinders and closed suddenly at a point of the stroke determined by the governor. The valve-gear also enables the cut-off to be varied by hand. The cam b<4>, having an inclined edge b<6>, is mounted on a sleeve adjusted axially on the cam or crank shaft by the governor, and actuates a bell-crank lever d, d* for lifting the valve c<1>. The bell-crank lever can be adjusted axially by the handle e<3>, which turns the pinion e' gearing with a rack d<4> on the boss of the lever. In the extreme position of the bell-crank lever, shown in dotted lines, the valve c<1> remains closed. In multi-cylinder engines, a number of cams may be used controlling one or more valves.
Patent GB-190618879-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Gas Producer.
Inventor: BRADLEY WILLIAM HENRY
Filed: 1906-08-23
Granted: 1907-03-07
Abstract: 18,879. Bradley, W. H. Aug. 23. Producers. - The " wind pipes or chambers " 6,7 used to supply air, &c. to a gas-producer as described in Specification No. 16,895, A.D. 1904, [Abridgment Class Furnaces &c.], are divided longitudinally by vertical partitions 9, in order to facilitate regulation and distribution. Separate air-pipes 10 communicate with each division.
Patent GB-190622364-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Making and Fitting of Coffin Screw Covers, Wreath Holders and the like.
Inventor: DAVIS THOMAS BIRCH
Filed: 1906-10-10
Granted: 1907-07-04
Abstract: 22,364. Davis, T. B., and Mawson, A. Oct. 10. Metalwork, ornamental. - Wreath-holders and screw covers for coffins are made of sheet metal, and comprise a part d fitting into a screwed or plain socket c, which is secured to a base a by inserting a tail in a hole in the base and turning over the metal, as shown at c<2>, Fig. 3. A separate piece e, Fig. 4, may be employed to unite the two pieces.
Patent GB-190624832-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Rock-drilling Machine Chucks.
Inventor: MAYNARD SIGISMUND RUDOLPH JAME
Filed: 1906-11-05
Granted: 1907-10-17
Abstract: 24,832. Maynard, S. R. J., Maynard, A. V. T., and Gale, F. Nov. 5. Rock drills.-A chuck for a rock-drilling machine has two jaws 7, 22 with rounded projections at their front ends to facilitate insertion of the drill. The jaws are mounted in the head 1 and are prevented from falling out, or too far into the chuck, the jaw 22 by means of a pin-held projection 23 passing through a hole in the head, and the jaw.7 having longitudinal lugs 8 adapted to engage the edges of the slot 6 through which the jaw slides. The provision of a forward end 10 of the jaw 7 prevents tilting, and the rear end 11 is bevelled to facilitate insertion. The jaws are closed by a wedge 17 with a hole 19 and split-pin to prevent displacement; the wedge engages a U-piece 13 passing through slots 12 in the head and formed with a wider base 14. A cylindrical recess may be formed in the bottom of the axial hole to receive the end of the drill.
Patent GB-190628541-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Apparatus for Distributing Liquids over Filter Beds.
Inventor: KINCAID HENDERSON
Filed: 1906-12-14
Granted: 1907-09-12
Abstract: 28,541. Kincald, H. Dec. 14. Conduits.-Troughs for distributing liquid over filter-beds are formed with notches C situated alternately on either side and having depending lips B, which come to a point or points B<1>, B', at their lower ends. The trough and lips are cut, stamped, or otherwise formed as a single piece from a blank sheet of metal or similar material, and the piece is bent into the form shown. The troughs may be made in sections, formed with flanges at the ends whereby they may be secured together.
Patent GB-190700596-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Furnaces.
Inventor: COWPER-COLES SHERARD OSBORN
Filed: 1907-01-09
Granted: 1907-05-23
Abstract: 596. Coles, S. O. Cowper-. Jan. 9. Impact pulverizers. - Fused material from an electric furnace falls through a discharge ho'e c on to a revolving disk k, from which it is thrown off by centrifugal force, and is cooled and disintegrated. The furnace may be used for smelting ores, calcining cement, or for other purposes.
Patent GB-190701004-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Flying Machine
Inventor: WALLACE GEORGE
Filed: 1907-01-15
Granted: 1907-12-12
Abstract: 1004. Wallace, G. Jan. 15. Gyroscopic apparatus.-An aerial machine is kept in equilibrium by means of a gyroscope wheel g mounted on rings r, r<2> placed at right. angles to one another, and the car y is freely mounted on rods s' in bearings s<3> on the ring r<2>. The rings are connected by slidable sockets s', s', and are hollow and partly filled with mercury or other liquid, which moves when the machine is tilted and tends to restore equilibrium. The inner ring r<1> passes through a longitudinal slot in the car which is surrounded by a fence x. The wheel g is mounted in bearings s' on the ring r', and is rotated by a motor h.
Patent GB-190706663-A (GB)
Title: Non-skidding Appliance for Pneumatic Tyres for Motor-cars, Motor Cycles and the like
Inventor: HARRISON JOHN ARTHUR
Filed: 1907-03-20
Granted: 1908-02-27
Abstract: 6663. Harrison, J. A., and Hookham, G. March 20. Driving and like chains.-In non-skid devices of the type described in Specification No. 2281, A.D. 1905, [Abridgment Class Wheels &c.], in which metal pieces with double studs are linked together by stranded wire formed into corrugations, the stranded wire is replaced by short pieces of stiff corrugated wire. According to one modification, the studs are riveted to the metal piece after the wire pieces have been placed in position, so that the shanks of the studs hold the corrugated wires in position. In the modification shown in Figs. 1 and 2, the metal pieces comprise two plates a, b connected by webs c and formed with V-shaped ends, which inter-engage when they are in position. Wires are passed through holes in the webs when the pieces are pushed up close together, the corrugations and turned-over ends preventing the wires from being withdrawn when the chain of metal pieces is distended on the tyre. The plates a are provided with interlocking recesses and projections e, f. The chain of metal pieces is attached to side chains, which may be adjustable, by chains engaging hooks on alternate metal pieces. Or the device may be attached by spring means to an inner rigid ring or other tightening means.
Patent GB-190708407-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Meter or Measuring Instrument.
Inventor: LEA JAMES EDWARD
Filed: 1907-04-11
Granted: 1908-04-11
Abstract: 8407. Lea, J. E. April 11. Quantity meters.-The indications of a measuring member in an electric meter are integrated with respect to time and according to some desired law An integrating drum a with a vertical toothed portion a<1> is driven at a uniform rate and is geared to a long pinion e<1> by a pinion g movable parallel to the axis of the drum by the measuring member ; the counter is driven by the long pinion. The dividing line between the toothed and plain portions of the driving drum forms a curve giving the relation between the function to be integrated and the position of the pinion g. The rod f is connected to the measuring member and moves in the direction of its length passing between the guide rollers m, m', whereby the pinion g meshes with a variable number of teeth on the drum and the counter is actuated accordingly. A pointer q attached to the top of the rod f may be used as an indicator to give the rate of flow at any moment. The instrument may be used in connexion with the recording-apparatus described in Specifications No. 3000, A.D. 1905, [Abridgment Class Registering &c.], and Nos. 4961 and 6454, A.D. 1906.
Patent GB-190714345-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Puzzle.
Inventor: JOHNSON JOHN ROBERT
Filed: 1907-06-21
Granted: 1907-11-28
Abstract: 14,345. Johnson, J. R., Johnson, C., and Feldman, B. June 21. Puzzles.-The object is to pass a flexible pointed and headed pin B through a bent or curved passage a in a disk, block, cube, or sphere A of some soft material such as wood. Preferably the article is made in the form of a " boater " hat with a solid crown, the pin being an ordinary steel hat-pin. The solution lies in inserting the pin in the passage head foremost. A number of intersecting passages, and also blind passages, may be provided, and preferably they are blackened to render a clear view through them difficult.
Patent GB-190714479-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Hemstitch Sewing-machines.
Inventor: MCCLOSKEY CHARLES
Filed: 1907-06-24
Granted: 1908-02-27
Abstract: 14,479. McCloskey, C. June 24. Grouped machines; hem-stitching ; needle-driving; presser-feet.-For the purpose of combining a right-hand with a lefthand machine so that two articles may be simultaneously sewn by one operator, the presser-foot and needle-driving mechanism of one are modified. The two machines are placed with the needle mechanisms facing one another, and both are driven from the usual belt or gearing, the one on the left, the back of which is towards the operator, being given a reverse drive. The usual right-hand feed-cam of this machine is replaced by a left-hand feed-cam to give a reverse feed, and the presser-foot is modified as shown in Fig. 4, a slipper d with a toe e being attached to the ordinary foot b to enable the work to be fed in from the rear. In order that the hem may still be sewn to the right as in the other machine, the double quadrant f, Fig. 2, is fitted in the ordinary manner to the cross-over cam g, and is connected at the upper end h to a bent lever i, the other end of which is connected to the needle mechanism.
Patent GB-190717252-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Gas Generators.
Inventor: JAUBERT GEORGE FRANCOIS
Filed: 1907-07-27
Granted: 1908-06-18
Abstract: 17,252. Jaubert, G. F. June 19, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Hydrogen; ozygen.-In apparatus for generating gases under pressure, the gas generator and purifier are arranged inside the receiver for the gases produced, so that their walls may be made thinner and the total weight less. In the form shown, an oxygen-generating apparatus comprises a storage vessel a provided with a central tube v. The lower half of this tube receives pumice-stone impregnated with soda lye f for purifying the gas. The upper part receives a basket g formed of two semi-cylinders of perforated metal lined with asbestos, hinged at the bottom and united at the upper part by a book. The tube v is closed by a cover having a small hole normally closed by the end of a screw 2, which working in a hinged bridge-piece 3, makes the cover gas-tight. Oxygen-generating substances are placed in the basket g, a kindling charge is lighted, and the power is secured. The gas generated passes through the purifying-material and by a tube y to a distributing-cock 8, which is arranged so that the gas may be accumulated in the chamber a and used while the apparatus is being recharged. In a modification, the tube y and cock 8 are omitted and the gas is drawn off from an outlet at the top of the reservoir a. For generating gases such as acetylene, where a liquid and a solid reagent interact, a water-tight gas generator of any known type is inserted in the place of the basket g.
Patent GB-190718591-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Means for Indicating on or near the Perforated Sheet the Division between the Treble and Bass in the Tracker Board.
Filed: 1907-08-16
Granted: 1908-09-16
Abstract: 18,591. Metzler & Co., and Browne, A.G. Aug. 16. Automatic instruments.-In an automatic musical instrument, a pivoted pointer is provided for indicating, on or near the tune-sheet, the division between the treble and base ducts in the tracker bar. The pointer 2 is mounted on a slot 3 extending throughout the length of the tracker bar 8 and is hinged at 4. In the position shown the pointer indicates on the tune-sheet 5 the division between the treble and the base, and it can be turned back to a position which permits of the removal of the rollers. In modifications, the pointer is mounted on the frame of a transparent cover, or it may be so connected to the lever which operates the rewinding- mechanism that it swings clear of the rollers when the lever is moved to the rewind position. A bar carrying the pointer may be used to steady the sheet during rewinding.
Patent GB-190721580-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Facings for Water Courses and for similar purposes.
Inventor: HAWKES FREDERIC WILLIAM
Filed: 1907-09-28
Granted: 1908-05-14
Abstract: 21,580. Hawkes. F. W. Sept. 28. Canals; breakwaters; sea and retaining walls; water supply; dams; dykes.-Relates to flexible facings for use in water courses, reservoirs, &c., railway and other embankments, for dams, for deflecting water currents, and for breakwaters. In the form shown in Figs. 1 and 3, reinforcements 2, 3 extend through blocks 1 the ends being bent into the form of loops &c., which are connected by means of chains &c. 30, Fig. 3, to adjacent blocks. These chains serve to anchor the facing to blocks 31. The blocks, Fig. 6, have loops &c. 19 on the face only, so that the blocks are suspended from the chains. The form shown in Figs. 8 and 9 is employed when it is desired to make a facing of two interlocking-layers. Fig. 7 shows how a facing may be suspended from piles &c. 31 to direct currents or to form a breakwater.
Patent GB-190724559-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Obstetrical or the like Binders.
Inventor: JOPSON LAURA
Filed: 1907-11-06
Granted: 1908-02-20
Abstract: 24,559. Jopson, L., and Haydock, E. Nov. 6. Belts. - An obstetric or like binder consists of a single length of material, w h i c h encircles the figure twice. It is provided with a slot 11 through which one end may be threaded, and has extensions 6, 7 and straps 8, 9 to prevent the binder from rising. The ends are provided with long straps 5 and buckles 4, by means of which the tension may be varied. The back of the belt is preferably provided with distance-pieces 12 to keep it distended. Elastic bands may extend from the back of the belt to the straps 8, 9.
Patent GB-190726318-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to the Manufacture of Metal Casks and similar Hollow Articles
Inventor: PEASE EDWARD LLOYD
Filed: 1907-11-28
Granted: 1908-07-30
Abstract: 26,318. Pease, E. L., and Tyson, J. H. Nov. 28. Welding; making casks and drums.-Drums and casks are made by stamping or drawing pairs of basin or tub-like vessels, fitting them on to rings d, and welding the abutting edges together. The ring d may have circumferential projections e, or may be plain, or slightly tapered both ways.
Patent GB-190728477-A (GB)
Title: New or Improved Means for Heating and Cooling the Rooms, Halls, and other Parts of Buildings.
Inventor: BARKER ARTHUR HENRY
Filed: 1907-12-27
Granted: 1908-12-17
Abstract: 28,477. Barker, A. H. Dec. 27. Drawings to Specification. Facing and flooring tiles.-Floors and walls of rooms, halls, and other parts of buildings are covered with slabs or tiles, in which are embedded small pipes for conveying hot or cold water, brine, &c. The slabs are made of plastic material which afterwards solidifies; they may consist of linoleum or lincrusta for large areas, where the heating-fluid may be at a comparatively low temperature ; or of brick or unglazed earthenware containing much iron oxide to render it heat-conducting, where high temperatures are necessary. Pipes in adjacent slabs may be connected by unions inserted in recesses in the slabs, which may be fixed by screws or nails at the corners, and' may be connected together by cement or by the material of which they are made.
Patent GB-190816944-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in Trunk & Box Lids
Inventor: COWIE FLORENCE
Filed: 1908-08-12
Granted: 1909-06-10
Abstract: 16,944. Cowie, F. Aug. 12. Boxes convertible into tables ; lids.-The lids of boxes and trunks are provided with means whereby they may be used as tables. The lid b of the box a is provided with a weighted bar or bars d hinged at c. Secured to the back of the box is a spring g having a hooked end adapted to engage a catch f on the bar d. A metal race may be provided on the lid for the passage of the spring. When the lid is opened, the bar d is automatically released from the catch and falls into the position shown in dotted lines. In order that the boxes &c. may be stacked for transit, projecting ribs may be secured to the lid. In the case of a curved lid, the bar is shaped accordingly, or it may take into a slot in the lid. The bar may be arranged at right-angles to or diagonally with the length of the box. According to the Provisional Specification, the bar is made of iron and is fastened to a plate secured to the lid, and the spring has a cover fastened to the plate.
Patent GB-190818827-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Locks and Latches of the Adjustable Key Hole Type
Inventor: PARKES WILLIAM EDMUND
Filed: 1908-09-08
Granted: 1909-02-18
Abstract: 18,827. Parkes, W. E., and Parkes, J. H. Sept. 8. Locks, key; keyholes.-The bolt B of a lock of the adjustable-keyhole type is provided with a rack-like member b<1>, one gap in which is adapted to take the thrust of the key whatever the position of the keyhole. The keyhole plate is carried by upstanding flanges c<3> on a plate C, which is adjustable in the casing by means of a slot c<1> and a clamping-screw.
Patent GB-190821376-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Watch Supports.
Inventor: CROSSETT LEWIS DAVID
Filed: 1908-10-09
Granted: 1909-03-18
Abstract: 21,376. Crossett, L. D. Oct. 9. Watch-holders. - A watch support comprises a front case for the watch 7 and a rear bellshaped sucker 19, and is made of rubber or similar material. The edge 13 of the front presses against the glass of the watch, thus excluding dust, and the head of the watch fits into the recessed part 8. The sucker is attached by a narrow part 14, and the width of the sides 15 decreases towards the mouth, which is shaped with conical edges 16 and has a sharp peripheral edge 17. The mouthpiece is less vulcanized and rigid than the rest of the holder. A thumbpiece 20 is provided to release the sucker.
Patent GB-190822419-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Variable Speed Transmission Clutch.
Inventor: GEORGE DAVID
Filed: 1908-10-22
Granted: 1909-04-15
Abstract: 22,419. George, D. Oct. 22. Clutches.-Relates to a clutchlike device for transmitting a variable speed. The driven part A, Figs. and 4, is provided with four radial continuous channels e, e<1>, e<2>, e<3>, which may pass through the bead e', balls G being circulated in these channels by the threads c on the shaft A when the parts are in the position shown in Fig. 1. Plates H, operated by a scre v rod k and link work K, J, carry ball bearings h bearing on the shaft heads, and may be advanced to increase the pressure on the balls G gradually, and so retard their circulation until finally there is a solid drive between the shafts A, D.
Patent GB-190823006-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Making Trunks Travelling Cases and similar Articles.
Inventor: FOSTER CHARLES BECKETT
Filed: 1908-10-29
Granted: 1909-10-28
Abstract: 23,006. Foster, C..B. Oct. 29. Hinges.-In trunks, travelling-cases, &c. made of veneer, the sheets or plates A of veneer are connected or hinged together by upper and lower strips B, C of leather or textile fabric and canvas &c. respectively, the parts being secured together by one or more rows of stitching D effected by hand or in a sewing-machine.
Patent GB-190826785-A (GB)
Title: A Combined Coal Screening and Sorting Appliance for use in conjunction with Existing Colliery Standard Screens.
Inventor: LEWIS WILLIAM THOMAS
Filed: 1908-12-10
Granted: 1909-12-09
Abstract: 26,785. Lewis, W. T., and Williams, D. Dec. 10. Screening coal.-An oscillating screening and transmitting tray FT is arranged below the outlet of the standard colliery screen SCS to extract any small coal not separated. by the standard screen, or to sort the large coal into different sizes. The small coal passing through the screen SOS falls into the "billy" weighing-box BB, and, together with the screenings from the tray FT, is treated in a lower oscillating screening and transmitting tray LT provided with adjustable screens S<1>, S<1>. The large coal passes by a shoot LCC into a wagon L, and the small and nut coat into wagons S, N, respectively, the cobble coal being delivered on to a stationary tray ST, attendants standing on the platforms P pick out slag &c. before it passes by the adjustable shoot AC into the wagon C. The trays are suspended by rods SR and are actuated by rods ER from eccentrics E. The movements of the trays may be regulated by varying the throw of the eccentrics, or by altering the points of attachment of the rods ER to the suspenders SR. Specification No. 24,824, A.D. 1895, is referred to.
Patent GB-190826921-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Free Wheel Mechanism.
Inventor: SACHS ERNST
Filed: 1908-12-11
Granted: 1909-05-27
Abstract: 26,921. Sachs, E. Dec. 11. Clutches. - In a free-wheel clutch of the rocking - pawl type, wire springs 19 bear in recesses 20 in the tails of the crescent-shaped pawls 10.
Patent GB-190826993-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Wire Netting Machines.
Inventor: JOHNSON WILLIAM HENRY
Filed: 1908-12-12
Granted: 1909-05-13
Abstract: 26,993. Johnson, W. H., and Wilson, O. E. Dec. 12. Bending.-The take-up roller c on a machine for making wire netting carries a number of pairs of adjustable selvedge rings d, according to the number of pieces of netting being made, which are provided with one or more grooves to receive the selvedge. The rings may be made in one or more pieces and fixed by set-screws to the roller.